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Easy Old Bay Baked Shrimp

Easy Old Bay Baked Shrimp for a Quick Flavor Boost

Quick and flavorful, Easy Old Bay Baked Shrimp is ready in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect appetizer for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed from frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Can use garlic powder in a pinch
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning Can use a mix of paprika, cayenne, and celery salt as a substitute
  • 1 lemon Lemon slices Can substitute with fresh lemon juice

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil and minced garlic until well-coated.
  3. Spread the coated shrimp in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  4. Sprinkle the Old Bay seasoning generously over the shrimp and arrange lemon slices around them.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for around 10 minutes, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  6. Remove from the oven, let rest for a minute, and serve alongside rice, salad, or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 940mgPotassium: 220mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure shrimp are fresh or quality frozen. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper for hassle-free cleanup.

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